Warehouse Associate 1st Shift

Pete & Gerry's Organics, LLC; Greencastle (Franklin County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid vacation

Paid sick time

Paid volunteer time

9 paid holidays

401(k) with 4% employer match

Disability and life insurance

Opportunities for advancement

Maternity and paternity leave

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible Spending Account

Footwear reimbursement

Free eggs for onsite employees

Occasional meals at events

Job summary

Pete & Gerry’s Organics is seeking a Shipping and Receiving associate to support facility operations. You will manage inventory, stock eggs, rotate stock, and load/unload trailers while maintaining strict food safety and quality standards.

We offer a $1,500 sign-on bonus and a stable full-time schedule. The role requires reliability, teamwork, and the ability to lift heavy loads in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous warehouse experience preferred.
• Ability to obtain power equipment certification (electric pallet jack, sit-down/stand-up forklift, reach truck).
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills are essential.
• Able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds and frequent lifting of 35–50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Manage inventory and stock eggs; rotate stock and load/unload trailers.
• Fill out pick tickets with date, time, jack # and initials; maintain logs.
• Keep coolers clean and organized; operate forklifts and pallet jacks.
• Follow food safety procedures and report safety issues to management.
• Support daily operations, with overtime during startup phases.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Strong work ethic

Good communication skills

Able to lift heavy weights

Stand/walk for long periods

Flexible schedule

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Power equipment certification

Electric pallet jack

Sit-down forklift

Stand-up forklift

Reach truck

Job description

Description

We’re offering a $1,500 sign-on bonus with payouts at:$500 after 30, 60, and 90 days of employment.

Healthy Hens, Healthy Eggs, Heathy Planet. At Pete & Gerry's, we were first to do it better, and are still doing it best. For nearly 30 years, we've been on a mission to produce healthy, delicious eggs and partner with family farms for meaningful impact. By raising hens outdoors as nature intended, we stay true to our roots every step of the way by keeping animal welfare, planet‑friendly farming practices, and high‑quality taste and nutrition at the heart of all we do, so you can always believe in what you buy.

Job Type

Full-time

The Role At a Glance

The individual in this Shipping and Receiving role will support our facility operations by managing inventory, stocking eggs, rotating stock, and loading/unloading trailers. Strong communication and teamwork are essential to ensure smooth operations throughout the facility.

How You’ll Create Greater Impact

In this role, you’ll help deliver the highest quality product while upholding our unwavering commitment to animal welfare, food safety, and responsible farming. You’ll act boldly, embrace continuous improvement, and partner with teammates and customers to deliver wins.

• On time punctuality and good attendance
• Rotate inventory with the older dates in front
• Fill out pick tickets correctly with the date, time, jack # and initials
• Fill out daily the incoming materials log for eggs, chemicals or materials
• Fill out trailer inspection forms completely and correctly for each load
• Keep coolers swept, clean and organized utilizing downtime
• Maintain electric jacks, forklifts, and reach trucks, including charging them at the end of each day
• Comply with all food safety procedures, regulatory requirements and process efficiency
• Report any food safety issues to any Manager
• Follow all workplace safety procedures per safety training
• End of day housekeeping
• Any and all other duties as assigned

What You’ll Bring To The Flock

We are one team — united by respect and a shared commitment to doing what’s right. What we do every day connects to something bigger. You’ll bring your experience, perspective, and pride in your work. We value collaboration, curiosity, and diverse viewpoints — because they make our flock stronger.

• High School Diploma or GED preferred
• Previous warehouse experience preferred
• Ability to obtain power equipment certification (electric pallet jack, sit-down/stand-up forklift, reach truck)
• Attention to detail
• Organizational skills
• Strong work ethic
• Good communication skills
• Able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds
• Frequent lifting of 35–50 pounds
• Extended periods of standing and walking
• Frequent repetitive reaching motion with both arms
• Frequent grasping with hands and fingers
• Frequent bending and stooping
• Ability to operate electric pallet jack, sit-down and stand-up forklifts, and reach truck
• Ability to safely place pallets in racking systems up to 39 feet high is a plus.
• Ability to keep up in a fast-paced environment

Work Schedule & Hours

• Day Shift: Monday through Friday
• Shifts are typically 8 to 12 hours per day, depending on operational needs.
• Start and end times may vary based on truck arrivals, order fulfillment demands, equipment downtime, production schedules, and other business needs.
• Flexibility is required, as schedules may be adjusted to support business operations.
• Overtime may be requested on weekdays beyond the regular shift and on Saturdays, particularly during our startup phase. While overtime is not mandatory, employees are encouraged to support the team when operational needs arise.

Tending To Our Flock

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance through Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield and Humana
• Paid vacation
• Paid sick time
• Paid volunteer time
• 9 paid holidays
• 401(k) with 4% employer match
• Disability and life insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Maternity and paternity leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Flexible Spending Account
• Footwear reimbursement for onsite employees
• Onsite employees receive free eggs weekly; remote employees receive coupons for free eggs
• Breakfast or lunch events from time to time.
• A team grounded in a shared mission: Healthy Hens, Healthy Eggs, Healthy Planet.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Pete & Gerry’s Organics is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are a community built on respect and shared purpose. Every person belongs here — because our strength comes from the diversity of people and perspectives that make us who we are.

We are an E-Verify employer. After accepting an offer, we will use E-Verify to confirm your eligibility to work in the United States by comparing information from your Form I-9 with records from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration.

Salary Description

$19.00/hour